LG Gaming Portal: Console-Free Cloud Gaming in India
LG has unveiled its innovative Gaming Portal in India, bringing console-free cloud gaming to millions of Smart TV users. The company claims this portal serves as a unified destination for webOS gaming, featuring over 4,000 cloud-streamed titles and more than 600 free-to-play games. This initiative is prominently marked by the launch of the Xbox app on LG Smart TVs, empowering players to stream their favourite games directly from the cloud.
Explore a Variety of Games Instantly
The portal consolidates offerings from various global gaming partners, enabling users to explore and start games instantly, covering a wide array from AAA blockbusters to indie gems, all without the need to buy a console. With Xbox Game Pass, a reliable internet connection, and a compatible controller, gamers can dive into exciting titles like Forza Horizon 5, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, and Raji: An Ancient Epic.
Making Gaming Accessible for Everyone
Brian Jung, Director at LG Media Entertainment Solution Company, expressed excitement about introducing the LG Gaming Portal with Xbox to LG Smart TVs in India. The Gaming Portal aims to enhance accessibility, convenience, and enjoyment of gaming for all, catering to both dedicated gamers and casual enthusiasts.
Gaming Features Enhanced by LG TVs
LG’s television models incorporate a variety of gaming-centric features, including G-Sync compatibility, support for up to 165Hz VRR, an Intertek-certified response time of 0.1ms, and AMD FreeSync Premium alongside Clear MR 10000 on selected models, boosting performance for fast-paced games.
Availability of the Gaming Portal and Xbox App
The Gaming Portal and Xbox app are currently being rolled out to compatible LG webOS TVs from 2021 to 2025. The availability will expand via software updates across key Indian cities. Users can access the portal directly from the LG home screen and begin their gaming experience by subscribing to Xbox Game Pass.
Xbox Game Pass Plans in India
In line with the Gaming Portal launch, Microsoft has introduced three subscription tiers for Indian gamers. All plans will automatically renew unless cancelled and provide users access to their game libraries across consoles, PCs, and compatible cloud devices.
Essential Plan
- First month for ₹99, thereafter ₹499 per month
- 50+ games on Xbox console, PC, and supported devices
- Ability to stream games, including certain titles already owned
- Online console multiplayer access
- Opportunity to earn up to 25,000 Rewards points annually in the Store with Rewards
- Exclusive benefits for games like League of Legends and Call of Duty: Warzone
Premium Plan
- First 14 days for ₹99, then ₹699 per month
- 200+ games on Xbox console, PC, and supported devices
- New Xbox-published titles added within 12 months of their release
- Faster game streaming, including select owned titles
- Possibility to earn up to 50,000 Rewards points annually in the Store with Rewards
- Exclusive benefits for games like League of Legends and Call of Duty: Warzone
- Online console multiplayer access
Ultimate Plan
- Monthly fee of ₹1,389
- Access to 400+ games on Xbox console, PC, and supported devices
- New games available on day one, including Xbox-published and selected third-party titles
- Includes Fortnite Crew, EA Play, and Ubisoft+ Classics
- Faster game streaming, including select owned titles
- Opportunity to earn up to 100,000 Rewards points annually in the Store with Rewards
- Exclusive benefits for games like League of Legends and Call of Duty: Warzone
- Online console multiplayer access